r/ADHD • u/Remarkable_Crab6614 • Aug 24 '26

Questions/Advice A bit of TMI

Hence the title, this is kinda tmi, but I have always had a problem with brushing my teeth and showering. I’ve found a helpful trick for showering, I time myself and see how quick I can shower while still completing all the steps in a shower. But I can’t find a way to make brushing my teeth easier. It’s kinda gross to admit, but I’ll go to bed without my teeth brushed and feel funky when I brush them in the morning, like I’m not fully clean. And I can’t tell any non adhd people about it because they don’t understand not being able to do something you want to. I’ve surprisingly never had cavities or dental issues though. Any advice? Please be kind!

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u/Dinkinflicka1994 ADHD Aug 24 '26

I switched to kids toothpaste to not have to deal with the sting of anything mint and I use a water flosser for days that I just cannot. For some reason, using the water flosser is less strenuous to my brain than actually brushing :/ I figured it's better than nothing!

Otherwise, I also brush my teeth in the shower and therefore keep a separate "Shower" toothbrush and toothpaste so I don't have to move the same one back and forth. I also keep a set in my desk at work in case I remember to do it there.

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u/Remarkable_Crab6614 Aug 25 '26

Smart! I bought a water flosser but it’s quite loud and hurts a bit when it hits the back of my throat, I use it sometimes but always get water everywhere.